Species American arborvitae
lime-green bush

American arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis 'Bobozam' MR. BOWLING BALL

American arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Bobozam' MR. BOWLING BALL) is a compact dwarf conifer with a bold, rounded form. It has a bright golden yellow-green foliage all year, turning a yellowish-bronze in winter. It is tolerant of various soils and can be grown in exposed sites, and is also low maintenance and moderately drought tolerant. This variety reaches a mature size of 2-3 feet tall and wide, however its slow growth rate makes it ideal as a natural hedge, accent, or even as a unique container specimen. So if you're looking for a unique and unusual plant with attractive foliage and minimal care requirements, American arborvitae is an excellent choice.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Hardiness Zone:

2 - 7

Flowers:

Non-flowering Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun, Part sun/part shade

Soil:

Sandy Loamy Clay Rocky

Cones:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

The American arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Bobozam' MR. BOWLING BALL) is a low-maintenance evergreen shrub and requires minimal watering once established. Watering should be done deeply and periodically during the growing season, typically 2-3 times per month. In the spring and summer, give water to the root zone once per week until the top layer of soil is moist but not soaked. During the fall and winter, reduce watering and moisten the root zone about every 3 weeks or so when the top few inches of soil is dry. Too much water can easily lead to root or crown rot, which can kill your shrub.

sunlight

American arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Bobozam' MR. BOWLING BALL) prefers full sun for the best growth and development. This means at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Early morning sunlight is especially beneficial. If provided enough light, you can expect to see growth of up to 2 feet per year. In areas with moderate temperatures, arborvitae should not be exposed to intense afternoon sunlight. This could cause damage to this species in hotter climates.

pruning

American arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Bobozam' MR. BOWLING BALL) is an evergreen tree best pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Pruning should be done carefully and with caution, as pruning too much will reduce the overall health of this species. Generally, it is a good idea to prune no more than 10-15% of the total foliage. To achieve the desired look, removing older and diseased foliage, crossing branches, and removing excessive upward growth are typically recommended. Additionally, use caution when trimming the plant's shape, as it is prone to producing dense foliage if not pruned back enough.

Hardiness Map

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